Mechanical Engineer II
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Type: Contract to Hire
Location: Allen Park, MI
Description
Join Synergy Solutions as a contingent Mechanical Engineer II supporting Engineering and Manufacturing teams on critical technology initiatives. These flexible roles provide hands-on experience in innovative environments and are perfect for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact. You’ll have the opportunity to expand your technical skills, work with cutting-edge systems, and grow within a dynamic automotive setting.
Position Overview:
In this role, you will support a variety of customer programs, working on both large and small-scale projects with aggressive timelines. You will play a key role in understanding customer requirements, contributing to design and validation efforts, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. We are seeking a hands-on, well-rounded Mechanical Engineer II who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working across a wide range of components and systems. This is not a niche role—we’re looking for an engineer with broad experience who can jump into diverse projects and make an immediate impact.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with designers to develop accurate and timely 3D mechanical designs under the guidance of a lead engineer or supervisor
• Perform engineering calculations, analysis, and problem-solving to support design efforts
• Read, interpret, and create technical drawings and engineering documentation
• Ensure designs meet quality, cost, and timing objectives
• Communicate project updates, challenges, and next steps to customers, stakeholders, and internal teams
• Interface with customers, vendors, and internal teams to meet technical requirements and project timelines
• Support cross-functional collaboration to meet customer standards and program demands
• Execute assigned project tasks independently while contributing to overall team success
Desired Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 2+ years of mechanical engineering experience
• Experience with complex mechanical systems (hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, actuators)
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks or Siemens NX/Unigraphics preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to present technical information clearly
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• A versatile engineer who can work across multiple systems—not just a single component
• Someone who enjoys being hands-on, solving problems, and seeing designs come to life
• A team player who can adapt quickly and contribute in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment
Preferred Skills & Experience
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, DFM, and FEA
• Familiarity with OEM release systems and procedures
• Knowledge of vehicle dynamics and evaluation processes
• Experience with 2D drawing development and GD&T application
• Understanding of bolted and welded joint design
• Additional software experience with CATIA, Pro/E (Creo), or MATLAB
• 3+ years of mechanical engineering experience
• Internship or project experience such as Formula SAE, Baja SAE, or similar engineering programs
EEOC:
Synergy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with the values of Synergy, we make all employment decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical handicap, mental disability, medical condition, disability, gender or identity or expression, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, height and/or weight. The list of duties and responsibilities outlined above is representative and may not be a complete and detailed list of tasks. Employee must perform any and all other duties assigned by his or her supervisor. Additionally, this job description does not constitute a contract of employment and that the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.